Art

Clear and accurate map of the two states of Tartary. Three scales at lower right, title at top centre. John Cary was considered 'the most representative, able and prolific of English cartographers'. Tooley says, 'As an engraver he was elegant and exact with fine clear lettering and great delicacy of touch'. When the Ordnance Survey began accurately mapping the UK, they used John Cary's style as the basis for their work. Copper engraving. Original colour. Good condition, slight offsetting. Size: 50 x 46 cm. (19½ x 18 inches)